Crocus commonly called Rain Lilies in Guyana originated in the Mediterranean Region and South West Asia and is a member of the Iris family.
Crocuses are grown from corms and are hardy plants that you can enjoy for several months of each year in the garden.
The Crocus has basal, grass-like leaves with slender tubular flowers on short stems.
While there are several varieties of Crocus it is the Dutch varieties which stand out.